Sports Mentoring

The key responsibilities of the Mentoring are as follows:

1.0      Mentoring

• (i) assist athletes/coaches and teams to reach their performance potential in sports.
• (ii) provide a mentor relationship to athletes/coaches and teams that supports the holistic well-being of all Athletes United members.
• (iii) facilitate athletes/coaches in mentally planning for training and competitions, creating, and maintaining positive environments and improving upon communication skills.
• (iv) promote the learning of specific performance enhancement techniques (e.g. imagery, goal setting) for athletes and coaches.
• (v) create the ability for athletes/coaches to debrief and evaluate performances or programs.
• (vi) maintain client documentation and refer to and arrange follow-up as necessary.
• (vii) Sports Mentors are prohibited in facilitating a health care plan or assisting in any physical or verbal healthcare advice.

2.0      Organizational Processes

• (i) be informed of the policies, procedures, and practices of Athletes United.
• (ii) contribute to the efficient functioning of the organization and the attainment of goals.
• (iii) manage organizational priorities as necessary to perform tasks.

4.0      Collaboration and Teamwork

• (i) promote awareness of Athletes United services and programs. Participate in staff and team meetings of Athletes United and community meetings; and

5.0      Communications

• (i) communicate effectively with interdisciplinary Athletes United health professionals to create a cohesive team and seamless transition of health services for the athlete.
• (ii) communicate effectively with all clients, families, peers, other health care professionals and community partner organizations.

7.0      Related Duties

• (i) maintain confidentiality of colleague and client information.
• (ii) assist with planning and attend special events; and
• (iii) perform other associated duties as requested by the Director of Health Care.

1. AUTHORITY

The authority delegated to the Sports Mentor by the Director of Sports is as follows:

• (i) liaise colleagues and community partner organizations to support the healthy development and wellness of clients served.

1. ACCOUNTABILITY

The Sports Mentor is accountable to the Director of Sports as follows:

• (i) maintain the best interests of the client served by carrying out their duties and obligations with fairness, integrity and objectivity.
• (ii) demonstrate competence and excellence in mentoring and
• (iii) respect and maintain confidentiality of all professionally acquired information.

1. QUALIFICATIONS

The minimum qualifications of the Sports Mentoring are as follows:

1.0      Educational Requirements and Professional Certifications

• (i) Graduate degree in Sport Management or any related field from a recognized university.

2.0      Experience, Knowledge and Skill Requirements

• (i) Canada/United Sates College/University sporting experience or higher (Requirement)
• (ii) Passionate about empowering Athletes in age 10+
• (iii) Passionate about creating global community through sports.
• (iv) Outstanding interpersonal communication skills and cross-cultural awareness
• (v) Experienced in problem-solving and thinking on the fly,
• (vi) Highly adaptable
• (vii) Team-oriented
• (viii) Excellent communicator
• (ix) Confidence leading group activities (i.e. classroom-setting workshops, ice breakers, group games, small group discussions)
• (x) Views leadership as a service to themselves and others
• (xi) Strong ability to self-reflect and coach others through self-reflection.
• (xii) Ability to create a safe learning environment.
• (xiii) Views challenges as opportunities
• (xiv) Assumes ownership and responsibility in all settings.
• (xv) proficiency in the use of computer hardware and software, including Microsoft Word and Excel.
• (xvi) prior experience and knowledge of competitive sports associations.
• (xvii) desire and ability to update knowledge and skills through various means including technology-based opportunities, courses, workshops and conferences.
• (xviii) multi-tasking skills related to the delivery of efficient sporting experience including the ability to share information and teach while mentoring athletes and coaches.
• (xix) excellent verbal and written communication skills; and
• (xx) exhibit an ability to be open and non-judgmental.

1. MAJOR CONTACTS

The major contacts of the Sports Mentoring are as follows:

• (i) Director of Sports
• (ii) Athletes and coaches.
• (iii) primary care professionals of Athletes United.

1. WORKING CONDITIONS

The working conditions for the Mentoring are as follows:

• (i) work environment will primarily be virtual with Athletes United branding required.
• (ii) attend meetings in community settings.

1. EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

Specific employment conditions of the Sports mentoring include the following:

• (i) valid Ontario Driver’s License and reliable transportation.